If you ask most people which South American countries have the hottest Latina women, you’ll likely hear Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia as common answers.
Ecuadorian women often get overlooked, but part of this is because Ecuador as a whole gets often overlooked too.
The country is enveloped by Colombia to the north and Peru to the south. These two countries host far more tourists each year due to attractions like Machu Picchu in Peru and Colombia’s intense digital nomad scene.
Despite this, Ecuador is still a beautiful country to visit with lots to do, and Ecuadorian ladies are both beautiful and easy to get along with.
If you ever visit Latin America and want to date a pretty Ecuadorian girl, you need to read this guide!
In it, we’ll cover information like:
- What are Ecuadorian girls like
- Where to meet the most beautiful Ecuadorian women (both locally and on online dating sites)
- How to date an Ecuadorian woman
- How to impress them
- The pros and cons of dating in Ecuador
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What Are Ecuadorian Women Like?
Appearance
They Look Exotic
Ecuadorian women can come from a variety of different origins:
- Around 25% of Ecuadorian people come from indigenous tribes (mostly Amerindian).
- Another 65% come from the white Mestizo group, which is a mix of Spanish and Amerindian groups.
- Most of the remaining 10% of Ecuadorians are either Afro-Ecuadorian or Caucasian.
The people in Ecuador tend to be short, and the women are no exception, with an average height of around five feet.
They’re Natural Beauties
You can also find beauty in simplicity, and Ecuadorian girls are the very embodiment of this. There is just something so approachable and incredibly endearing about their exotic features.
What makes Ecuadorian babes so attractive is that they take very good care of themselves. From pristinely done nails to their constantly glowing locks, you can rest assured that you are signing up for arm candy.
The best part is that whether it is makeup, a hairdo, or an outfit choice, Ecuadorian women like to keep things simple and let their natural features shine.
They Love to Dress Nice
Ecuadorian ladies are unique in the Latin community in many ways, but their fashion choices definitely stand out. While most Latin American women love to show off their sexy features with their outfits occasionally, Ecuadorians prefer to keep things simple and traditional.
It is not uncommon to find tribal girls wearing outfits inspired by traditional styles and patterns. This happens both in rural and more developed parts of the country.
However, their simple dressing style doesn’t mean that they make boring fashion choices. On the contrary, Ecuadorian women love to dress up and will always find ways to keep up with the latest, sexiest trends.
Personalities
In many countries, the physical aspects of women set them apart from others in the world, but in Ecuador, it’s their warm personalities.
Ecuadorian Girls Are Polite
As mentioned, Ecuadorian girls are more renowned for their personalities than for their physical attributes. Their traditional upbringing reflects in their modest and polite nature. You will seldom find them seeking attention or being dominant. They are taught to be respectful towards everyone and exude warm, pleasant vibes.
So, what is the personality of Ecuadorian women?
They Are Friendly
Ecuadorian girls inherit charming, friendly personalities from their old-school societies. Despite being shy towards strangers, they make you feel comfortable around them. You just feel good vibes approaching them at public places, and they become more intimate the more you get to know them.
They’re Old-Fashioned
The country has a traditional society, which shapes the ladies’ thoughts. They like to dress conservatively, and wearing revealing dresses is uncommon. This makes them great homemakers – a role they are happy to take up. It also means that you stand to be disappointed if you are looking for a one-night stand.
They Have High Moral Standards
If you are hoping for a short-term steamy fling and ditch, then Ecuadorian women may not be right for you. These Latina beauties have very high moral standards and will not compromise for anyone or anything.
Forget about one-night stands. Forget about holiday “friends with benefits” arrangements. If you go in, you need to be ready for some form of commitment.
Most importantly, you have to be ready to treat her with respect and move at her pace. Trust me, it will be well worth the wait.
All Girls Are Super Close to Their Families
Ecuador has large families. Marriage often happens in the early twenties, and it is common for three or four generations to live under the same roof. In contrast to western European and North American culture, everyone in the neighborhood seems to know everyone! Elders are respected and are key decision-makers. And the family’s interests always come first.
They Are Devoted and Loyal
If you can win her over, you may be pleasantly surprised at how faithful and loyal a young Ecuadorian woman will be. They’ve been raised to give their full support to their future husbands or male partners, and as a result, she can be a perfect choice for a wife.
They Honor Traditional Values
Ecuadorian girls are also quite traditional because, from an early age, they are taught how to take care of their families. They are not afraid to get their hands dirty and fully support you once you get into a committed relationship.
They Are Down-to-Earth
If you like your women calm and easy to get along with, then you will love Ecuadorian babes. These women are the perfect contradiction to the “feisty Latina” trope. They tend to be calm and rational and come with a drama-free guarantee.
The down-to-earth nature of Ecuadorian women also means that meeting them and starting relationships is much easier than it would be with other women from different South American countries. This makes meeting them by visiting Ecuador just as good of an option as online dating.
They Are Natural Homemakers
Ecuadorian ladies are the kind of women that you plan a future and build a family with. They are naturally very caring and attentive to their partner’s needs. So don’t be surprised if she insists on making you a nice home-cooked meal every time you hang out together.
In the same way that Ecuadorian girls are very comfortable playing the wife and mother role, they appreciate a man willing to play the role of a provider and protector.
Where to Meet Beautiful Women in Ecuador?
Ecuador is a bit more conservative than other Latin American nations, especially the capital city of Quito. The coastal areas are more relaxed and active than the inland areas.
You can technically meet Ecuadorian girls virtually anywhere in the country where there are people and where you can mingle. The best places for meeting new people would be coffee shops, downtown plazas, bars, clubs, or even when just walking down the street during the day.
We’ll go over specific locations in the next section, but for now, know that you can technically find women wherever you go.
Cities & Areas
Even though Quito is the largest city in Ecuador, it’s not the best place to meet women.
It’s a tranquil city, although there is a decent nightlife scene and areas where you can practice your day game. Still, if you want to go to Ecuador with the primary purpose of meeting women, you’ll want to check out towns and cities that are closer to the coast.
Guayaquil
Perhaps the best city to meet single women in Ecuador is Guayaquil, the second-largest urban area in the country behind Quito. Finding hot Ecuadorian women at clubs and parties will not be difficult for you, and they will be easy to approach.
Just make sure you have safe accommodation and transportation in Guayaquil because petty crime can be a problem after dark.
By far, the best place to meet locals in Guayaquil during the day is along the Malecon stretch. This river-front promenade is frequented by both locals and tourists. Moreover, there are many spots to stop over and meet new people, from museums to gardens and cafes.
Another place to find your very own la guayaquileña (a Guayaquil native) is the Seminario Park. This is another spot popular both among locals and tourists. The best part is that if you don’t end up meeting your Ecuadorian princess charming, you will still have a great time hanging out with all the iguanas.
Finally, you could try out the Guayaquil night scene in your search for the Ecuadorian woman of your dreams. These women may be conservative, but they know how to have a good time. We recommend you check out Opa Bar, which showcases local talent,s including live bands and DJs.
Quito
Just because Quito may not be the best place for finding beautiful Ecuadorian women doesn’t mean that there are no attractive women in the city.
The best place for finding women in Quito is Foch Plaza, where you can practice your day game by approaching women who are just going about their regular business.
Foch Plaza is essentially the epicenter of the capital, and as a result, the foot traffic is heavy throughout the entire day. The bars and clubs in the area will start to come alive on Friday and Saturday nights.
Another option is the Plaza Grande, where foot traffic is almost equally heavy. You can walk around other shopping districts and malls such as:
- Centro Comercial
- Mall El Jardin
- Quicentro
- El Condado Shopping
- Quicentro Sur
The best nightclub in Quito is Bungalow 6. It attracts many tourists, ex-pats, and foreigners so that you may find many girls from other countries besides women from Ecuador as well.
It costs five dollars to get in, and the building is three stories high. There are numerous dancing rooms and pubs in the club that are very Eastern European influenced.
Banos
A popular town for backpackers and tourists is Banos. There is a small nightlife scene there, and it’s an excellent place to go if you want adventures such as hiking or white-water rafting.
In Banos, you can meet both international and Ecuadorian women who are more adventurous.
Montanita
Another small touristy town you can check out is Montanita. It is a village right on the coast that is popular with people in their 20s. As with Banos, it attracts a lot of backpackers and has a small nightlife scene (specifically in the form of the Lost Beach Club). You stand excellent odds of encountering cute girls on the beach in Montanita.
Online Dating in Ecuador
International dating online is perhaps the best way to meet Ecuadorian women. You can use almost any dating site or app that is specific to South America. One example is LatinWomenLove, which will give you access to thousands of Ecuador girls when you register.
It’s not free to access all of its features, and you’ll have to pay a monthly subscription to send messages to hot girls you like.
You will also need to have an interesting profile and a good profile picture if you hope local girls message you first (or respond to the messages you send them). But the good news is that girls on LatinWomenLove.com tend to be very active and responsive.
The best thing about the app is that it can be used to find girls throughout the entire country.
Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for Tinder, which while free, is more suitable only for big cities like Guayaquil and Quito.
The girls on Tinder are also usually not as responsive as those on LatinWomenLove, so you can expect it to take longer to organize a date.
Another option for South America and Ecuador is LatinAmericanCupid, the second most widely used dating app in the country. But as with Tinder, it’s only best used for the bigger cities, and the girls are always not as responsive.
While Ecuadorian women are amiable and lovely to be around, they can also take longer to open up to you because they tend to be very serious about their relationships. Most young Ecuadorian women are not looking for short-term flings.
For this reason, when going out with hot Ecuadorian women, you should do more low-key things. For example, going out to a quiet dinner and then a walk around the park will probably be a better choice than going clubbing or visiting noisy bars (although girls can easily be found in both of those areas as well).
You also should not be surprised if the Ecuador beauty you go out with is more reserved on your first date. Yes, Ecuador women are very friendly, but they can also reveal less and be quieter than other Latinas.
Tips for Dating Ecuadorian Girls
Considering all of the above, here are a few important tips for dating Ecuadorian women:
Only Ask Her Out If You’re Intentions Are Serious
Ecuador is not the place to look for casual, short-term fun. If you ask a girl out, be prepared to meet her family fairly early, and things will get serious from thereon. We strongly recommend you respect her Catholic values, her belief system, and ask her out only if you are in it for the long haul.
Keep Things Simple
Do not try to charm her by showing off your wealth. Women of Ecuador want a caring, understanding partner, and superficial gestures such as extravagance would put them off. Be yourself and try to know more about her choices, culture, and family.
Give Her Time to Open Up to You
This is where a westerner would find Ecuador drastically different. Remember that your date has been brought up traditionally and needs time to open up to you. Do not mistake it for her lack of interest – just keep her engaged, and things will smoothen as you get to know each other.
Avoid PDA Early in the Relationship
If you did not get the drift yet, your date’s conservative values mean you need to take things slow. Any PDA during the initial time is a strict no-no and can send the wrong message – that you are with her only for the physical aspect.
Be Ready to Meet Her Family Early On
Ecuadorian women do not like to fool around in relationships. If she likes your company and sees a future life partner in you, she will invite you to meet her family. It serves two purposes – introduction and seeking approval. So, if your initial couple of meetings go well, prepare yourself to meet her big family over food and drinks.
Treat Her with Respect
Ecuadorian women respect themselves and hold themselves to very high standards. Therefore, if you are interested in making things work with one, you also need to show her some respect.
It means respecting her ideas, her values, and her existence in general. It also means respecting her culture.
Respect and politeness will get you very far with your Ecuadorian babe and her friends and family.
Loosen Up a Little
Most men get rigid when they hear about how conservative Ecuadorian women can be. The truth is that these girls are quite fun despite their high standards and moral values.
So don’t freak out and fake a strictness that is really not you.
Instead, relax and be yourself. She will love you for it, and it will give your relationship a bigger chance of survival.
Step Up to the Traditional Manly Roles
Ecuadorian women are very comfortable in traditional feminine roles. They are great nurturers and natural homemakers, which are perks you will start to enjoy early into the relationship.
They also expect the men they date to take on the traditional male roles. It means being a provider, protector, and the “head” of the relationship. Just remember that they are strong-minded, beautiful women and will have opinions that you need to be considerate and respectful of.
Be Upfront About Your Intentions
There is no greater turn-off to an Ecuadorian woman than a man who does not know what they want or one who isn’t clear with their intentions. She will respect you a lot more for being honest whether you want a fling or you are looking for a wife.
This openness is the epitome of respect and maturity to Ecuadorian women and is considered a very attractive quality.
Work on Being Romantic
A little romance goes a long way with Ecuadorian women. If you treat her like a queen, you will receive love and care, unlike anything you have ever received with other women in your romantic past.
Get her flowers and gifts. Take her out on dates. Use your words to express your love and appreciation for her. All these may feel like small steps at first but will make all the difference in your relationship.
Learn the Language
Unfortunately, not many people speak English in Ecuador. Learning your beau’s language will make things a lot easier, especially if you are building your relationship while in Ecuador.
It will help you not only connect deeper with your Ecuadorian lover but also with her close friends and family.
Learning basic Spanish, Quichua, or your Ecuadorian girlfriend’s native language is also a sign of your commitment, and she will appreciate the effort.
How to Make an Ecuador Woman Fall in Love with You
Now that you know what Ecuadorian women are like, what they want, and where to find them, here is how to get one to fall in love with you.
Resurrect Chivalry
Ecuadorian women are hopeless romantics and instinctively gravitate towards gentlemen. Therefore, if you want to get one hopelessly in love with you, you must be a gentleman. Acting like a gentleman means being romantic and treating her with respect.
Holding that door open for her could just be the key to her heart.
Get Friendly with Her Family
If your Ecuadorian girlfriend’s family loves you, then you have pretty much won the battle. Ecuadorian babes value the opinions of their families greatly. Therefore, it’s clear that one of the best ways to get these beauties to fall in love with you is by getting the family to accept you.
Show Initiative
Make the first move. Ask her out to the first date and plan many dates afterward. Ask to meet her friends and family.
These manifestations of the initiative are kryptonite to Ecuadorian women and will have your crush head over heels in no time.
Take Things Slow
You should never pressure your Ecuadorian girlfriend to move things faster in the relationship. Whether it is physical intimacy or defining the relationship, it is best to take things at her pace. It will be a slow one, but taking things slow also allows you to build a stronger relationship foundation.
Appreciate Her Culture
Ecuadorian women are very traditional. Appreciating and adopting her culture will definitely help get you in her good graces as it shows your investment in her as an individual. The best part is that the Ecuadorian culture is pretty awesome, from the food to the colorful fashion.
Pros and Cons of Dating an Ecuadorian Woman
Pros
Exotic Latina Beauty
Ecuadorian women may not be as sexy as Latinas from Colombia or Argentina, but they still have that special something that makes Latin American women so exotically beautiful. What’s even more awesome is that they keep things simple and let their natural beauty shine through.
No Drama
If you hate drama but want yourself an exotic Latina babe, then Ecuadorians are your perfect match. These women are level-headed and will rarely pick fights or start drama. There is nothing but peace of mind in your future.
Fantastic Home-Cooked Meals
Ecuadorian women are fantastic cooks. One taste of their famous potato pancakes or roasted guinea pig, and you will be mindlessly in love.
They Are Loyal
Ecuadorian men sometimes get a bad rap for being notoriously unfaithful. Their women are the exact opposite.
They are serious about commitment and are incredibly faithful.
Cons
They Are Conservative
Most people who are interested in dating Latina women are attracted to their wild and sexy side. Unfortunately, this is a feature that is conspicuously absent in Ecuadorian women.
You will have to deal with a conservative mindset which will inevitably put some strain on the relationship. It could be that she wants to take things too slow for your taste or that she doesn’t want to do something as simple as holding hands in public.
Sexually Inexperienced
Another Latina stereotype that Ecuadorian women seem to be the exception for is sexual and dating experience. Most Ecuadorian babes prefer to save themselves for marriage which means that you will be dealing with a lot of inexperience.
Fortunately, this is something that open communication and patience can very easily solve.
Final Words
You should definitely follow these Ecuadorian women dating tips and secrets if you want to have any luck dating when you visit Ecuador!
The qualities of sexy Ecuadorian girls get overlooked as much of the focus is on Latinas from other countries. Still, they are alluring, friendly, and traditional women who will support you and make great companions for long-term relationships.
